Thursday, March 6, 2008
Logitech Squeezebox Duet
Posted by Suhit Gupta in "Digital Home Articles & Resources" @ 10:00 AM
"The good: Network digital audio system includes excellent wireless remote with color screen and scroll wheel control; supports Wi-Fi and Ethernet home networks; compatible with virtually all non-DRM audio file formats, provides access to PC-based music files (on Windows, Mac, and Linux machines) as well as PC-free Internet radio, podcasts, and premium online music services including Rhapsody, Slacker, and Pandora; excellent online account integration; expandable to multiple rooms. The bad: Minor improvements could make the already good interface even better; scroll wheel isn't quite as responsive as the iPod's; no compatibility with DRM music files such as those purchased from iTunes or Zune online stores; setup process could frustrate those who aren't tech-savvy."
Cute setup and will give the guys at Sonos a run for their money, in fact given it costs under $400, it is significantly cheaper than the Sonos. The iPod-like remote gives you access to the music on your computer and also plugs in to Rhapsody (among other music services). The base station plugs into the music system and the rest is all easy. Very cool system.